Parmelee and Lawton (1990)propose an Updated Version of the Ecological

question 24

Multiple Choice

Parmelee and Lawton (1990) propose an updated version of the ecological model that redefines the dimensions of competence and environmental press to be which of the following,respectively?

• A) individual ability and external demands
• B) autonomy and security
• C) intrinsic and extrinsic powers
• D) traits and states

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Definitions:

Major NCD

stands for Major Neurocognitive Disorder, a condition characterized by significant cognitive decline from a previous level of performance.

Plaques

Clumps of a protein called beta-amyloid, found in brain tissue surrounding the neurons.

Tangles

Twisted masses of threads made of a protein called tau within the neurons of the brain.

Cognitive Impairment

A broad term describing any characteristic that acts as a barrier to the thought process, including memory loss, difficulty in learning new tasks, or making decisions.